Best Savannah Dolphin Tours — Our Top 5

1.Savannah to Tybee Island with Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,386 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $73Our pick

Ride from downtown Savannah to Tybee Island with guides such as Stephanie, Dennis, Chris, or Max. Enjoy a dolphin cruise past Fort Pulaski and Cockspur Island Lighthouse, lunch at The Crab Shack at your own cost, beach time, and lighthouse photos. Expect five to six hours, weather permitting.

“Dennis the driver was very friendly and knowledgeable …talked with us throughout the travel and let us know exactly what to expect!”

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2.Savannah: Tybee Island Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 359 reviews · 5h 30m · from $74

Ride from Savannah to Tybee Island with a guide such as Stephanie, Chris, or Dennis, eat lunch at the Crab Shack, cruise local waterways for bottlenose dolphins, and stop at North Beach and the Tybee Island Lighthouse. Lunch and lighthouse admission cost extra.

“Good boat trip, saw lots of dolphins. Be warned, especially at low tide the ramp onto and off the boat is extremely steep!!!!!!”

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3.Savannah: Dolphin Spotting and Wildlife Eco Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 181 reviews · 2 hours · from $47Best value

Spend two hours aboard the River Explorer with Captain Birdie, Connor, Sierra, or another local crew member, watching dolphins in the Savannah waterways and learning about marsh ecology, port activity, and coastal history. Bring an alcoholic drink, or buy snacks and soft drinks onboard.

“Conner and Steven were great guides, very knowledgeable and lots of great information. Would definitely recommend.”

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4.2 Hours Dolphin Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Board at 502 E River St for a two-hour Savannah eco cruise through the river and salt marshes. Captains and first mates such as Connor, Krista, Birdy, and Skylar share local history and wildlife facts while you watch for dolphins, birds, otters, alligators, and port traffic. Snacks and drinks are sold onboard, and adults may bring alcohol.

“Your Dolphin viewing experience may vary, but it's still worth it for the scenic views of nature around the Savannah River.”

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5.Sunset Dolphin Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

Cruise the Savannah River with captains such as Conner, Krista, Birdie, Jax, and Skyler, watching for dolphins and birds while learning about marsh ecology, port life, and local history. The two-hour sunset ride includes photo stops, music, BYOB drinks, and the chance for children to take the wheel.

“The sunset was beautiful. I was able to see a dolphin or two. Just majestic. Very knowledgeable tour guides. Great Music.”

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